Head of Global Data & Analytics

International Baccalaureate Organization; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global educational organization is seeking a Head of Global Data & Analytics to lead its enterprise-wide data strategy. This critical leadership position involves modernizing data platforms, shaping governance standards, and enabling evidence-based decision-making. The ideal candidate will influence strategic priorities across a complex global structure. If you're passionate about data analytics in education and have extensive leadership experience, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading data and analytics functions.
• Strong understanding of data governance and evidence-based decision-making.
• Ability to influence and align diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise-wide data strategy.
• Modernize core data platforms and strengthen governance.
• Drive the design of a global data and analytics model.

Skills

Leadership

Data strategy development

Governance and standards

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Job description

Head of Global Data & Analytics

Salary: Competitive, Location dependent (see benefits section)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: IB (International Baccalaureate®) Global Centres: Cardiff, Netherlands, Singapore or Washington DC

Hybrid working opportunity

About the IB

If you're looking to work for a global organization with a meaningful mission, and with colleagues all over the world, then the International Baccalaureate® (IB) may have the ideal opportunity for you! The International Baccalaureate provides world‑class educational services to over 5,700 schools across 162 countries. A career at IB is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to work with an innovative world leader in education services and contribute to our mission of creating a better and more peaceful world. Apply now to join our global organisation where we empower our employees to thrive and make a difference.

About the Job

The Head of Global Data & Analytics will lead the IB’s enterprise‑wide data strategy, building a high‑performing function that enables the organization to consistently generate strategic value from data. This role shapes how data is used to understand user behavior, guide investment decisions, and improve outcomes across the institution.

As the organization’s senior authority on data and analytics, you will modernize core data platforms, strengthen governance and standards, and embed a culture of evidence‑based decision‑making. You’ll drive the design and operation of a global data and analytics model that delivers trusted insights, empowers business units, and ensures consistency and quality across the IB.

Operating as a key advisor to the Chief Digital Officer and senior leadership, you will influence strategic priorities, challenge assumptions through insight, and align stakeholders across a complex global organization. You will also lead a hybrid analytics model that combines centralized expertise with embedded analysts to meet both organizational and business‑specific needs.

This is a critical leadership position with organization‑wide impact—shaping the IB’s digital transformation, long‑term strategy, and the way data informs decisions at every level.

Applications are being received until 11.55pm BST, 13 January 2026

We are committed to building a working environment that values respect, diversity, and compassion. The International Baccalaureate is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants.